Community Town Hall: Floodplain 101
- Floodplain 101 presentations
Guadalupe River Flood - C. Hastings TFMA National Floodplain Insurance - M. Wellbaum History of Texas Floods - C. Steubing - Town Hall resources Click here for a one pager full of helpful links from TFMA Kerr County Flood Damage Prevention Order (regulations/court order)  Our thanks to the TFMA for all their help: (from the left, back row) Christopher Steubing, Michael Wellbaum, Hannah Smith, Hunter Teel; (from the left, front row) Paula Hill, Sasha Buchheit, Kelsey Latta, Melinda Luna
Community Town Hall: Floodplain 101: Bring Your Address — Leave with Answers
After the devastating July floods, many Kerr County residents are asking: What’s my flood risk? Can I rebuild safely? What does FEMA really require? This event was open to all residents — homeowners, renters, and business owners — who wanted clear answers about floodplain rules, insurance, and safe rebuilding. Offered by the Kerr County Water Alliance in collaboration with Certified Floodplain Managers from the Texas Floodplain Management Association. 📅 Tuesday, September 30 🕞 3:30 – 6:00 pm 📍 Guadalupe Basin Natural Resources Center 125 Lehman Drive, Kerrville What was on the agenda?
Why come? Because this was a chance to talk one-on-one with Certified Floodplain Managers — people who explained the process in plain English and provided tools to rebuild with confidence. This event was free and open to the public. |
Water Reclamation Facility Tour
Ever wondered what happens to our wastewater after it leaves your home? Join us for a guided tour of the Kerrville Water Reclamation Facility. You’ll see firsthand how the plant treats millions of gallons of water each day, how reclaimed water is reused safely, and how modern systems protect the Guadalupe River and our Hill Country environment.
When: Saturday, 15 November 2025 from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Where: 3650 Loop 534, Kerrville, TX Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PY5QeEseMp4vaWi89 What You’ll Learn:
KCWA member meetings
Previous member meetings
Hill Country Water Worries: Land Stewardship, Water Policy, and the Future of Water in Texas
At our KCWA member meeting on 23 July, we enjoyed a conversation with renowned water policy leader Dr. Andrew Sansom and land stewardship expert Dr. April Sansom as they explored the intersection of conservation, community, and action. Drawing on examples from the Meadows Center, TPWD, and Bamberger Ranch Preserve, they discussed what it means to care for water in a rapidly changing Hill Country' Community Town Hall: Worried about Water?
Community Water Forum
Tuesday, April 29 | 5:30–7:00 PM 125 Lehman Drive, Kerrville Thank you to everyone who joined us to share what was on your mind. Click here for the results and click here to read The Kerr County Lead's take on the town hall. As water levels continue to drop and drought conditions grow more serious, we gathered to hear directly from the people living in our cities and county. Whether attendees were on a well, lived near the river, ran a ranch, relied on city water, or simply cared about protecting our future—this conversation was for them. What Happened:
Presentation “Leak Detection”: Mark Mathis, Senior Validator, Texas Water Development Board
Our member meeting on Wednesday, 12 February at the Riverside Nature Center (150 Francisco Lemos St, Kerrville, TX 78028) began with an essential talk on water leak detection and its impact on Kerr County’s water future. Undetected leaks waste millions of gallons, drive up costs, and strain local water supplies. With limited groundwater resources, early leak detection is key to conserving water, reducing expenses, and protecting infrastructure. Our expert speaker, Mark Mathis, shared practical strategies and the latest technology to help Kerr County preserve water and ensure long-term sustainability. 
Our member meeting on Monday, 4 November at the Riverside Nature Center (150 Francisco Lemos St, Kerrville, TX 78028) @ 4:30 pm began with a 30 minute presentation "A Roadmap for Conservation Efforts" by Stephen Hummel of the UT McDonald Observatory where he works as the Dark Skies Sr. Outreach Program Coordinator.
All member meeting held on Monday, 19 September at the Riverside Nature Center (150 Francisco Lemos St, Kerrville, TX 78028) @ 4:30 pm began with a 30 minute presentation on groundwater issues, by Dr. Robert Mace. Click here for his presentation.
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Surface Water Treatment Plant Tour
Members of the community and KCWA met Saturday, 19 October 2024 and on 14 June 2025 for a morning 2-hour guided tour of the City of Kerrville Surface Water Treatment Plant at 1000 Thompson Drive, Kerrville, TX 78028